Port Morien Seawall Replacement, Port Morien, NS

The contract involves the complete demolition and replacement of the existing reinforced concrete seawall at Port Morien Harbour in Nova Scotia, requiring the full supply of labor, materials, and equipment to carry out the work. This includes the temporary removal and subsequent reinstatement of utility services, armourstone, and other site features, as well as the construction of a new reinforced concrete seawall to specified engineering standards. All work must adhere to Chart Datum as the reference level, with the contractor assuming full responsibility for layout, execution, and compliance with the detailed specifications and drawings provided. The project requires a comprehensive construction schedule to be submitted within 21 days of contract award, with all activities, including cleanup and demobilization, must be completed by December 18, 2026. Bidders are required to conduct their own site visits at their own expense and assume all risks related to site conditions, weather, and access, with no adjustments permitted after bid submission due to insufficient pre-bid observations. The contract is governed by a comprehensive set of general and supplementary conditions, including clauses covering administration, execution, protective measures, payment terms, delays, default, dispute resolution, and insurance. Payment is subject to the Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act, requiring the government to pay invoices within 28 calendar days and mandating that contractors pay subcontractors within seven days, who in turn must pay sub-subcontractors within another seven days. Electronic payment via direct deposit is preferred. Bidders must submit a fully completed Bid and Acceptance Form along with mandatory appendices covering pricing, integrity verification, subcontractor listings, and reciprocal procurement compliance, all sent via email under a 10MB size limit. Only Canadian contractors or those from eligible trading partners are qualified to bid, and failure to comply with submission format, material handling standards, safety requirements including PPE, or environmental protection protocols will result in rejection. The contract emphasizes strict inspection and testing protocols, requiring advance notification and restoration of disturbed work, with the Departmental Representative holding final authority on quality decisions. A 12-month warranty period begins upon issuance of the Certificate of Completion, and no assignment of the contract is permitted without written consent from Canada.